Rajinikanth and director Lokesh Kanagaraj’s collaboration in ‘Coolie’ has generated significant buzz, positioning it as one of the most awaited films of 2025. The film’s release is expected to coincide with Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR’s ‘War 2,’ creating a competitive environment during the upcoming Independence Day. Concerns regarding piracy prompted the Madras High Court to take action, issuing an order to prevent the online distribution of pirated copies of ‘Coolie.’ The court’s decision, delivered on August 11, targets 36 Internet Service Providers (ISPs) nationwide, prohibiting them from facilitating access to websites hosting the pirated content. Justice Senthilkumar Ramamoorthy issued…
Author: The Chhattisgarh
The upcoming Asia Cup in 2025 is set to feature a direct competition between Hardik Pandya and Rashid Khan. Both players will likely be selected for their respective national teams, setting the stage for a battle to break a significant record in the T20 format of the Asia Cup.
Starting August 15th, the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways is introducing an annual FASTag pass system designed to ease toll payments on National Highways and Expressways across India. This pass promises significant savings for frequent travelers, but potential buyers should be aware of specific conditions. The pass requires a one-time payment of ₹3,000, granting users the ability to cross tolls up to 200 times or for a period of one year. This translates to an average toll cost of ₹15 per crossing, a considerable reduction compared to the usual charges, which often surpass ₹50. For 200 toll crossings, the…
Surya Hansda, who had contested the assembly elections four times from the Borio assembly seat, was killed in a police encounter. He was wanted in several criminal cases. Hansda had political connections. He contested the elections in 2019 as a BJP candidate but lost and in 2024 he contested on a different party’s ticket after not getting a ticket from BJP. Surya Hansda faced defeat in all four assembly elections. In January of the same year, a total of three cases were registered against Suryanarayan Hansda alias Surya Hansda in Godda district and Sahibganj district of Jharkhand. These cases primarily…
The Chhattisgarh government has finalized the list of chief guests for the upcoming Independence Day celebrations across different districts. Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai will preside over the event in Raipur. Deputy Chief Minister Arun Sao will be present in Bilaspur, and Vijay Sharma in Kawardha. The remaining ministers will be attending the celebrations in their designated districts or hometowns.
The Supreme Court has ordered the Delhi government to relocate stray dogs to dog shelters within two months, addressing the issue of stray animals in the Delhi-NCR region. The court labeled the situation as ‘very serious’ and issued instructions to the Delhi government and municipal bodies to swiftly remove stray dogs from all areas. In response, the Delhi government, under the leadership of Development Minister Kapil Mishra, has committed to executing the court’s order within the stipulated timeframe. The government’s plan involves transferring stray dogs to shelters, a move aimed at mitigating the risk of rabies and alleviating public concerns.…
According to the Ittefaq newspaper, the looted weapons have been distributed to dangerous criminals in Bangladesh, making it difficult for the police to retrieve them. Authorities fear these weapons could be used to manipulate the upcoming elections. Following the Yunus interim government’s formation, a special unit was created to recover the weapons, but it has been unsuccessful. On August 5, 2024, the day of Hasina’s ouster, approximately 5,818 different types of weapons and 67,262 cartridges were stolen from various police stations across the country. With general elections scheduled for February 2026, the government has less than three months to recover…
Sholay, a film etched in Indian cinematic history, is approaching a significant milestone. On August 15, 2025, it will celebrate its 50th anniversary, a testament to its enduring popularity across generations. The film continues to resonate with audiences, evoking strong emotions and cherished memories. The film’s influence was so profound that even its re-release at the box office after many years generated substantial revenue, and viewers flocked to theaters to experience it repeatedly. Interestingly, Sholay also has a link to the later film, 3 Idiots. The actor Sharman Joshi, who portrayed Raju in 3 Idiots, had a familial connection to…
Oppo has introduced the Oppo K13 Turbo and Oppo K13 Turbo Pro smartphones. Key features of the new devices include a robust 7000mAh battery, a 50-megapixel dual rear camera, and an advanced thermal management system. This system incorporates an in-built fan, air ducts, and a 7000 sq mm vapor cooling chamber designed for efficient heat dissipation. The smartphones are also promised to receive two years of OS upgrades and three years of security updates. **Pricing and Availability for Oppo K13 Turbo** The Oppo K13 Turbo is available in two configurations: 8GB RAM/128GB storage and 8GB RAM/256GB storage. The 128GB model…
With the 2025 Women’s World Cup approaching, Indian captain Harmanpreet Kaur, alongside Smriti Mandhana and Yuvraj Singh, participated in the trophy launch event in Mumbai. The event also included ICC Chief Jay Shah. Kaur expressed her strong desire to win the ICC Women’s ODI World Cup, emphasizing the team’s hard work and dedication to achieve this goal. She spoke of her admiration for Yuvraj Singh, drawing inspiration from his achievements. Kaur shared that the reception she and the team received after her 171-run innings against Australia in the 2017 World Cup was deeply emotional. She described how the team’s return…